- Republican U.S. Rep. Vance McAllister announced Monday that he's changed his mind and intends to run for re-election despite the scandal caused by a video showing him kissing a married female aide.

In April, the freshman congressman said he wouldn't seek another term. But two months later, McAllister has reversed course and said he will be on the Nov. 4 ballot as a candidate for Louisiana's Fifth District.

"Without a doubt this decision comes after much thought and prayer," McAllister said in a statement. "This district has been home to me and my family all of my life. I know the needs of this congressional district very well. I also know that this district needs a strong, conservative voice in Congress."

In an interview, McAllister said he's received an outpouring of encouragement from people in the district urging him to run, but he said the strongest support came from his wife, Kelly.

The congressman, who ran on a platform of faith and family, apologized for a "personal failure" after the security tape showed him kissing an aide in his congressional office. She later resigned.